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September 10, 2025Journal of Traditional and Folk Practices

Ethnobiological knowledge and socio-biodiversity value among Kutia-Kandha tribe of Odisha, India

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SSSheikh SajanZoological Survey of India PMPratyush P. MohapatraZoological Survey of India BTBasudev TripathyZoological Survey of India

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Qualitative assessment reveals ethnic use of 52 plant species in traditional medicine among Kutia-Kandha, suggesting biodiversity preservation strategies.

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The Kutia-Kandha tribe uses 52 plant species for ethno medicinal practices, highlighting their reliance on local biodiversity.
Interviews conducted with 34 males and 22 females aged 35-75 reveal insights into therapeutic uses of plants and animals.
The dominant plant family used for medicinal purposes is Fabaceae, which underscores the importance of specific plant groups in traditional healing.
The findings suggest the need for alternative medicine sources to reduce dependence on forest products and protect endangered species.

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Sajan et al. (2017) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c1e25454b1d3bfb60ffc88 https://doi.org/10.25173/jtfp.91

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Qualitative assessment reveals ethnic use of 52 plant species in traditional medicine among Kutia-Kandha, suggesting biodiversity preservation strategies.

Ethnobiological knowledge and socio-biodiversity value among Kutia-Kandha tribe of Odisha, India

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Ethnobiological knowledge and socio-biodiversity value among Kutia-Kandha tribe of Odisha, India

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